Hey there, adventurers! 👋
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to harvest rice on ancient terraces or see how sweet brown sugar is made? Let’s take a fun journey to Zhejiang Province in eastern China to find out!
Yunhe Terraces: A 1,000-Year-Old Wonder 🌄
The Yunhe Terraces are like giant steps carved into the mountains, hills, and valleys. They’ve been around for over 1,000 years and cover an area of 51 square kilometers—that’s like over 7,000 soccer fields! Some terraces reach up to 1,200 meters high. Isn’t that amazing?
During harvest time, local farmers work hard in the golden rice fields, collecting plump grains ready to become yummy food. This year, visitors can join in and learn traditional farming practices like cutting and threshing rice. You can even make cool crafts from rice plants!
Yiwu: The Sweet Home of Brown Sugar 🍬
Not too far away is the city of Yiwu, known as the “hometown of brown sugar.” Right now, it’s sugarcane harvest season! Farmers are busy gathering tall sugarcane plants which will be turned into delicious brown sugar. Ever wondered how sugar gets from the fields to your candy? Here’s your chance to find out!
Join the Adventure! 🌟
Imagine walking through golden fields, helping to harvest rice, or watching sugarcane turn into sweet treats. It’s a fantastic way to learn about farming, culture, and the hard work that goes into the food we eat.
So, are you ready to explore the countryside and experience the harvest season in Zhejiang? Let’s go! 🚀
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Live: Experience the countryside harvest scene in E China's Zhejiang
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